Servicenow Solution Architect

ServiceNow Solution Architect - Fixed Term - Immediate Start 2 days ago – Be among the first 25 applicants. Our purpose Here at Datacom we connect people and technology in order to solve challenges, create opportunities and discover new possibilities for the communities we live in. Description Please note this is a 12-month Fixed Term Contract role. To be successful in this role, you need to be an Australian Citizen and living in Australia. About The Role Datacom is undertaking a strategic migration of our internal IT service management platform to ServiceNow. We're looking for an experienced ServiceNow Solution Architect to lead the end-to-end migration : defining the target architecture, designing integrations and data flows, driving data migration strategy, and working with stakeholders to deliver a scalable, secure, and business-aligned ServiceNow platform. You'll be the technical lead for the program, translating business needs into a robust ServiceNow solution, establishing governance and best-practice development processes, and partnering with cross-functional teams (IT operations, security, HR, finance, and applications) to ensure a smooth transition with minimal business disruption. What You'll Do Define the target ServiceNow architecture for ITSM / ITOM / ITBM (and other modules as needed) including data model, CMDB design, security model, tenancy, and scalability considerations. Own migration strategy and plan : discovery, data mapping, ETL, testing, cutover, and rollback approaches. Design and manage integrations (REST / SOAP, MID Server, LDAP / SSO, event ingestion, third-party tools) and advise on integration patterns and middleware. Lead configuration and customization guidance : scoped app strategy, scripting standards (JavaScript), update set management, source control, CI / CD pipelines and release management. Establish platform governance, development standards, coding conventions, and testing / QA processes. Collaborate with product owners, service teams and senior stakeholders to prioritise requirements, run workshops, and translate outcomes into solutions. Mentor delivery teams and contractors, review technical designs, and perform architecture risk and performance assessments. Support vendor / partner selection and manage technical relationships where external delivery is used. Ensure alignment with security, compliance and change-control requirements. Required Qualifications Proven ServiceNow Solution Architect experience leading enterprise migrations or large-scale platform implementations. Deep knowledge across ServiceNow modules (ITSM, CMDB / Discovery, ITOM, ITSM integrations); hands‑on configuration and development experience. Strong experience with data migration : discovery tools, data mapping, transformation, reconciliation and validation. Solid integration architecture skills : REST / SOAP, MID Server, LDAP / SSO, webhooks, message queuing patterns. ServiceNow certifications (CSA or higher, CIS, CIS-ITOM desirable) and solid ITIL / enterprise process knowledge. Excellent stakeholder, workshop and communication skills—able to influence senior leadership and technical teams. Experience establishing governance, CI / CD and source‑control for ServiceNow development. 7+ years in enterprise architecture or solution architecture roles, with evidence of delivering business outcomes from platform changes. Nice‑to‑Have Qualifications Experience with ServiceNow Discovery, Orchestration, Event Management, or HR Service Delivery modules. Previous experience in a large systems integrator, MSP or enterprise IT organisation. Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS / Azure) and security / compliance frameworks. Why join us at Datacom? Datacom is one of Australia and New Zealand's largest suppliers of information technology professional services. We maintain a dynamic, agile, small‑business feel while supporting the world‑class enterprises we partner with. You'll have the opportunity to learn, develop your career, connect and bring your true self to work. We offer a range of perks such as social events, chill‑out spaces, remote working, flexi‑hours and professional development courses. We operate at the forefront of technology, exploring possibilities and solving the greatest challenges for our clients. Our workplace culture is inclusive, welcoming and supportive. Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Contract Job function: Engineering and Information Technology Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Datacom by 2×. #J-18808-Ljbffr